VCPassociated
VCPassociated is a term used to describe conditions or symptoms that are linked to mutations or dysfunction of the VCP gene. The VCP gene, also known as the Valosin Containing Protein gene, provides instructions for making a protein that plays a crucial role in various cellular processes, including protein degradation, DNA repair, and membrane trafficking. When the VCP protein doesn't function correctly, it can lead to a range of health problems.
The most well-known condition associated with VCP gene mutations is Inclusion Body Myopathy with Paget Disease
While IBMPFD is the primary disease entity, the term VCPassociated may also be used more broadly to